Samantha Bowers, known professionally as Sammy Rae, grew up in Ansonia, Con… Read Full Bio ↴Samantha Bowers, known professionally as Sammy Rae, grew up in Ansonia, Connecticut, and began her musical career on YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/willsing4fun) where she gained attention with her unique sound, metaphoric lyrics, and innocent music conveying powerful messages. Starting with her piano and beautiful voice she soon released her first single "Blast Off" onto iTunes in the spring of 2010.

She relocated to New York City and now fronts the Funk/Jazz-Rock ensemble Sammy Rae & The Friends.

Jackie Onassis
Sammy Rae Lyrics

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And here comes Jackie Onassis
Don't need to ask it
Have you ever seen a woman so fine?

She said, "Come on out just a couple hours
We gonna have a real good time"
And I tell her, "Where ya goin', where ya goin', when ya comin' home?"
Somebody in the front seat calls out, "Everyone
Quit wastin' my time!
Gotta hit the road and hit the road, hit the road"
There they go and there they go and I was on my own

I ain't never spoke my mind up in a crowded place
I ain't got no cool demeanor and smooth talkin' ways
'Cause I ain't like Jackie Onassis
Girls in sunglasses
Lookin' me up like I'm part of some game

And well, the altercation happened 'round the tenth of May, ah
Some poorly dressed spectator had somethin' unkind to say
It comes back to me in flashes
I get risky, there's a swing and a miss
And I'm all ashamed

And when she found me I was in pieces
Cryin' hard into my hat
And she tell me, "Mama, you look lovely when you take a stand"
And I tell her, "No one's ever been so kind to me
And I thank you for that"
Said, "Here you go and here you go, here you go"
Took her hair out the bow and laid that ribbon in my hand

Here we go!
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
Oh, play, play, play

I got sunny days on a track field
Laughin' hard, just me and mine
I got a great part in the spring play after all
And I got my rose pink tinted glasses
And they fit me just fine
And I'll let it go and let it go, let it go

Here we go!
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, woah, ah, woah, ah
Look at that lady
Little miss thing carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
Hold my hand and walk me through the night, and I'm singin'
Ah, ah ah ah ah, woah ah

Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she singin'
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
She's the first lady

To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Ah, ah, ah, ah, oh, ah

Overall Meaning

The song "Jackie Onassis" by Sammy Rae is about a young woman who meets someone who changes her life forever. The titular Jackie Onassis is used as a symbol for a strong, intelligent woman who the singer, who is insecure and unsure of herself, looks up to. Jackie is portrayed as someone who is confident, kind, and helps the singer find her own strength.

Throughout the song, the singer describes her struggles with social anxiety and self-doubt, and how this all changes once she meets Jackie. Jackie takes the singer under her wing, showing her a good time and ultimately giving her the courage to stand up for herself. Jackie becomes a symbol of hope and resilience, inspiring the singer to become a better person.

Overall, the lyrics of "Jackie Onassis" are about finding strength in the face of adversity and the importance of having positive role models in one's life.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm about to tell a story that I haven't yet
I am going to reveal an untold story.

'Bout the most intelligent woman that I ever met
About a highly intelligent woman.

She looked like Jackie Onassis
She resembled Jackie Onassis in appearance.

Top of her classes
She excelled academically.

I'm doin' my best just passin' by
I was simply walking by trying my best not to disturb anyone.

I'm so funny in my body I can barely walk
I am awkward and involuntary in my movements due to the funny feeling within me.

And I'm so full of them funny feelings that I could barely talk
I am struggling to express myself due to an overwhelming feeling.

And here comes Jackie Onassis
Jackie Onassis approaches.

Don't need to ask it
It doesn't need to be asked.

Have you ever seen a woman so fine?
Have you ever seen such a beautiful woman?

She said, "Come on out just a couple hours
She invited me out for a few hours.

We gonna have a real good time"
We were going to have a great time.

And I tell her, "Where ya goin', where ya goin', when ya comin' home?"
I asked her where she was going and when she planned to return.

Somebody in the front seat calls out, "Everyone
Someone in the front seat yells out to everyone.

Quit wastin' my time!
Stop wasting my time.

Gotta hit the road and hit the road, hit the road"
I have to leave and leave now.

There they go and there they go and I was on my own
They left, and I was alone.

I ain't never spoke my mind up in a crowded place
I have never expressed my opinion in a crowded place.

I ain't got no cool demeanor and smooth talkin' ways
I don't have a calm and collected way of speaking.

'Cause I ain't like Jackie Onassis
I am not like Jackie Onassis.

Girls in sunglasses
Sunglasses-wearing girls.

Lookin' me up like I'm part of some game
Looking at me as if I am part of a game.

And well, the altercation happened 'round the tenth of May, ah
There was a confrontation around May 10th.

Some poorly dressed spectator had somethin' unkind to say
A poorly dressed spectator made an unkind comment.

It comes back to me in flashes
I recall it in intermittent flashes.

I get risky, there's a swing and a miss
I become daring and take a punch, but I miss.

And I'm all ashamed
I am filled with shame.

And when she found me I was in pieces
When she found me, I was broken.

Cryin' hard into my hat
I was crying uncontrollably into my hat.

And she tell me, "Mama, you look lovely when you take a stand"
She tells me that I am amazing when I stand up for myself.

And I tell her, "No one's ever been so kind to me
I tell her she is the nicest person I have ever met.

And I thank you for that"
I am grateful for your kindness.

Said, "Here you go and here you go, here you go"
She said here you go, here you go, here you go.

Took her hair out the bow and laid that ribbon in my hand
She took off her hair bow and gave me the ribbon.

I got sunny days on a track field
I have been enjoying sunny days on the athletic field.

Laughin' hard, just me and mine
Laughing uncontrollably with my friends.

I got a great part in the spring play after all
I got a great role in the spring play after all.

And I got my rose pink tinted glasses
I acquired my rose-tinted glasses.

And they fit me just fine
They are a perfect fit.

And I'll let it go and let it go, let it go
I will let it go and release it.

Look at that lady
Look at that woman.

She carries herself right, she's singin'
She has an air of elegance as she sings.

Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
Lyrics for the song.

She's the first lady
She is the primary woman I look up to.

To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
She guides me through the evening, and I sing.

Oh, play, play, play
Lyrics for the song.

Little miss thing carries herself right, she's singin'
The young woman has an air of grace as she sings.

Hold my hand and walk me through the night, and I'm singin'
She guides me through the night and encourages me to sing.

Ah, ah ah ah ah, woah ah
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Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
Lyrics for the song.

To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
She guides me through the evening, and I sing.

Ah, ah, ah, ah, oh, ah
Lyrics for the song.

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@justagirl9864

3y↑92

Lyrics:

I'm about to tell a story that I haven't yet
'Bout the most intelligent woman that I ever met
She looked like Jackie Onassis
Top of her classes
I'm doin' my best just passin' by

I'm so funny in my body I can barely walk
And I'm so full of them funny feelings that I could barely talk
And here comes Jackie Onassis
Don't need to ask it
Have you ever seen a woman so fine?

She said, "Come on out just a couple hours
We gonna have a real good time"
And I tell her, "Where ya goin', where ya goin', when ya comin' home?"
Somebody in the front seat calls out, "Everyone
Quit wastin' my time!
Gotta hit the road and hit the road, hit the road"
There they go and there they go and I was on my own

I ain't never spoke my mind up in a crowded place
I ain't got no cool demeanor and smooth talkin' ways
'Cause I ain't like Jackie Onassis
Girls in sunglasses
Lookin' me up like I'm part of some game

And well, the altercation happened 'round the tenth of May, ah
Some poorly dressed spectator had somethin' unkind to say
It comes back to me in flashes
I get risky, there's a swing and a miss
And I'm all ashamed

And when she found me I was in pieces
Cryin' hard into my hat
And she tell me, "Mama, you look lovely when you take a stand"
And I tell her, "No one's ever been so kind to me
And I thank you for that"
Said, "Here you go and here you go, here you go"
Took her hair out the bow and laid that ribbon in my hand

Here we go!
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
Oh, play, play, play

I got sunny days on a track field
Laughin' hard, just me and mine
I got a great part in the spring play after all
And I got my rose pink tinted glasses
And they fit me just fine
And I'll let it go and let it go, let it go

Here we go!
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, woah, ah, woah, ah
Look at that lady
Little miss thing carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
Hold my hand and walk me through the night, and I'm singin'
Ah, ah ah ah ah, woah ah

Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she singin'
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Ah, ah, ah, ah, oh, ah

@priyadesai.

3y↑7

I'm about to tell a story that I haven't yet
'Bout the most intelligent woman that I ever met
She looked like Jackie Onassis
Top of her classes
I'm doin' my best just passin' by

I'm so funny in my body I can barely walk
And I'm so full of them funny feelings that I could barely talk
And here comes Jackie Onassis
Don't need to ask it
Have you ever seen a woman so fine?

She said, "Come on out just a couple hours
We gonna have a real good time"
And I tell her, "Where ya goin', where ya goin', when ya comin' home?"
Somebody in the front seat calls out, "Everyone
Quit wastin' my time!
Gotta hit the road and hit the road, hit the road"
There they go and there they go and I was on my own

I ain't never spoke my mind up in a crowded place
I ain't got no cool demeanor and smooth talkin' ways
'Cause I ain't like Jackie Onassis
Girls in sunglasses
Lookin' me up like I'm part of some game

And well, the altercation happened 'round the tenth of May, ah
Some poorly dressed spectator had somethin' unkind to say
It comes back to me in flashes
I get risky, there's a swing and a miss
And I'm all ashamed

And when she found me I was in pieces
Cryin' hard into my hat
And she tell me, "Mama, you look lovely when you take a stand"
And I tell her, "No one's ever been so kind to me
And I thank you for that"
Said, "Here you go and here you go, here you go"
Took her hair out the bow and laid that ribbon in my hand

Here we go!
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
Oh, play, play, play

I got sunny days on a track field
Laughin' hard, just me and mine
I got a great part in the spring play after all
And I got my rose pink tinted glasses
And they fit me just fine
And I'll let it go and let it go, let it go

Here we go!
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Oh, woah, ah, woah, ah
Look at that lady
Little miss thing carries herself right, she's singin'
Oh, ah, woah, ah, woah, ah
She's the first lady
Hold my hand and walk me through the night, and I'm singin'
Ah, ah ah ah ah, woah ah

Look at that lady
She carries herself right, she singin'
Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah
She's the first lady
To walk me through the night, I'm singin'
Ah, ah, ah, ah, oh, ah

All comments from YouTube:

@TBonne29

4y↑247

I hadn't heard of Sammy till a few weeks ago when this popped up on my Spotify. Been enjoying the hell out of her music since.

@winsnat1

4y↑1

This exactly happen to me last night. I was amazed!

@kkaiann

FORREAL

@jarrod9234

Me too. Still enjoying it now. So good.

@abbysanders3504

4y↑340

chris evans posted you on his story and now here i am

@valtemporal240

4y↑7

OMG! i was just about to comment that ❤️ Chris is a gem

@shailahheadley2295

Me too omg

@AGa-qw8fc

Me too

@lymontero

Me too

@jayzarmelody101

Me too.. lol

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@imok2258

4y↑85

A song called Jackie Onassis but we comment about Chris Evans

@whoam1again248

4y↑104

The vibe is immaculate

@HITigo

4y↑80

This is pure gold. This song is so unique that I had to hear it a few times to rewire my brain in order to set the rythm. It's amazing. The message is pure and inspiring. Thank you for that!

@koikieran276

4y↑35

I came here bcoz of Chris Evan' story..
After listened the song, I'm definitely one of your fans 😍

@elsagaxiola8431

3y↑48

When Chris and Scott Evans recommend this song I knew I would love it ❤

@zairendipity

4y↑42

Chris Evans IG story made me come here. what a gem 🤩

@josephbaczkowski8070

4y↑52

I just about cried when I heard that sax riff the first time

@withlessAsbestos

Ikr?

@HarrisonKaye

4y↑38

This song is still so fresh on every listen

@ibg_music7525

16w↑1

Glad I discovered this song. It's one of my most played songs of 2023.

@danielhooper-jones7745

4y↑39

Literally just discovered Sammy about 20 minutes ago and I LOVE HER ALREADY

@SolesSongs

3y↑14

An unrecognized masterpiece. Thank you Spotify discover weekly. Great job on SO many levels. Beautiful.

@masterchiefer25

36w↑4

Late to the party but damn... everything she touches is gold

@Ari-rp6pq

3y↑16

Chris Evans put me on and now I’m obsessed with this.

@tantig5923

3y↑19

I love her voice. It has its own style. A mesmerizing blend that I have been looking for.

@zackfountain7024

2y↑10

I absolutely cannot get over this song. It's just magical.

@molly5545

4y↑17

I just want to know how they harmonise like that??!?! actual magic 🥺

@adamelchaar2647

4y↑149

Who's here after Chris Evan's story?

@shailahheadley2295

@cadystyles2407

OH MY GOD ME!!!!!!

@Liebucaite22

Me 😂

@reinadyahanggraeni6761

Meee 🤣

@AGa-qw8fc

Me too

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@columfindlay2996

4y↑27

My favourite Sammy Rae song so far <3

@soniachiriboga8224

4y↑15

Best musicians ever!!!!. The drummer c-bass is incredible

@kittykitty8895

2y↑3

Keep going, you’re on track
Love ole kitty

@mohammadjoseph6178

4y↑76

I came from Chris Evans 🤚🏻

@clawdia1997

4y↑2

Me too! Thought it sounded like a great song!!

@MuhammadRidwan-zg4ek

4y↑2

Hhahaha

@iallychia5299

2y↑5

My best friend/soul sister/twin flame recommend this to me as well as other Sammy's music and I can that's one of the best love language ever, sharing soulful music! This music as well as my sister serves as my life's greatest blessing, ever. She's the Jackie Onassis of my lyf <33 I hope she'll be able to read this for I'm sure she's always singing and dancing her soul out in Sammy's music all the time! <3 hey sismwarsiecakes diana, i adore your soul always.

@jakerohrer3687

4y↑22

This is a great track, I love that it follows a lot of from The Good Life EP: storytelling, riveting melodies, and some slammin' horns. Keep it up!

@sherrymuthiga6182

3y↑8

Once again Evans has given me something new to value💙

@justagirl9864

3y↑92

@toffeehihi13

4y↑12

THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL

@kaydentonita6574

3y↑4

Their entire album SLAPS!

@sajradolic

3y↑4

Chris & Scott Evans brought me here! I love it!

@destiny2500

3y↑6

This song is pure joy it makes me happy to be alive☀️ thank you for good joyful beautiful music ❤️

@erickarakelian

4y↑24

I remember being so hyped for this, can’t wait for your new single this Friday :)

@snowcherryful

4y↑6

Her voice is just incredible.

@Lynwen86

3y↑6

Thanks to Chris and Scott Evans for introducing us to your music. Amazing

@jbedard

3y↑2

I have not stopped playing this song for like 4 days now

@sapphireacquarose8452

3y↑4

I ❤️ your sound...it’s just so feel good. Thank you for sharing your artistry with the 🌎 world

@marvelsmoonie1610

3y↑8

The Evans Brothers sent me here. So. I’m here.

@MsRockersonger

4y↑10

Here after chris evans posted a story on instagram with this song ❤️❤️❤️

@marekcieszewski7121

4y↑7

Your songs have a freshness of a baby’s breath, your voice is a fairytale. But it wouldn’t be fair if I didn’t mention the seven dwarfs finest brass dancing magic circles around you.

@errivera9773

2y↑3

worth sharing 👍

@mayorprobank

1y↑1

I truly love you and this song. Brilliant writing!

@h2shin

36w

Makes me glad to be alive to hear your music

@humm9992

3y↑3

This is golden. wow.

@suzzanahwinters5052

3y↑2

Sammy Rae ...... It's so beautiful!!!

@panthergyrl79

3y↑3

Beautiful song 💙

@mysteryc07

20w

Totally dig this 👍👍

@miriamlank2139

2y↑2

Pure fire.

@CClearly0

4y↑2

Thank You Sammy Rae and Friends for this delicious delightful delivery of
great combinations of Sounds -love them !!

@mayorprobank

3y↑2

This song is perfect...

@s__5805

4y↑26

Here because of Chris Evans

@notavailableatthemoment7623

2y↑2

such an underrated song!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@rysart2301

3y↑8

I’m glad Chris and Scott did a live with her bc now I’m listening to her! The only really female musicians I listen to is Girl In Red and Ani Difranco. Who are amazing btw. Recommend checking them out. But I’m really glad I heard her she is amazing.

@ashmin3636

4y↑5

that BOPS

@suus9819

4y↑8

everyone say thank you chris

@caitlinjopepe541

4y↑3

You're fantastic, please never stop!

@elvishenrique11

4y↑21

Chris Evans listening

@gabrielafernandez6463

4y↑2

SO SWEET SONG , TO HONOUR , REMEMBER" THE BELOVED FIRST, AMERICAN LADY😉😘😘

@kaydentonita6574

3y↑2

THis song is the bomb

@jairus9544

4y↑2

new faveee

@teresalavant3235

3y↑1

I love fresh new sounds, and Wow Sammy , Girl you are awesome!!!!

@markvitale9780

3y↑2

chris Evan's brought me here and I love it

@cartoon.raccoon

2y↑64

i like how everyone just missed the pure sapphic energy in this song

@adamdecoder1

2y↑16

Is that not what the song is literally about? I'm not sure what there is to miss

@McKenzieHahn

2y↑11

I don't think that's lost on anyone

@bellad5968

1y↑2

it literally took my bi self 2 years to figure it out somehow

@jimmyanderson6895

1y↑8

The queers get it, others are like “they’re just good friends”

@susief3306

4y↑3

yeeeessss!!!

@susief3306

4y↑3

👁️👁️This Needs More Views 👁️👁️

@checkmate3361

3y↑1

Yes Ma'am... Do❤.

@persephone2706

3y↑7

Who didn't come here from Chris Evans?

@certainlysoup508

2y↑1

me and it’s so awesome that celebrity’s are posting Sammy Rae songs hopefully she’ll get the attention she deserves ❤❤

@gracer5923

This! 🔥

@eyrelobo6390

3y↑1

Wow!

@annajury9417

I love jackie o

@dheerenbm7514

3y↑3

Even LUCY HALE posted this 🎵

@annakaybroderick3688

3y↑7

Ok chris evans send me here

@rokkar

3y↑2

who's chris? I am here becuz of Good; thanks a lot..

@priyadesai.

3y↑7

@daveperaza

3y↑3

Who is Chris Evans?

@kkaiann

3y↑1

<33

@emirisk5638

4y↑10

Chris evans :)

@joaquinnavarro616

4y↑3

Two people prefer reggaeton.

@dmarmartin

4y↑2

4:20

@luvmufvin5752

4y↑2

I imagine that she just talks like she sings all the time lmao

@Basomic

If you watch her live performance, she kinda does haha

@TeresePassiveIncome

23w

this is freaking fantastic!

@juliusroberts4130

3y↑1

Who's here from Chris Charles Birthday Party

@eden8301

25w

found this on a playlist called “queer joy”. perfect description of this ❤ thanks, Sammy

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